TODAY IS THURSDAY, JULY 31

WHAT TO EXPECT

• stories: recovering from burnout while working, lip oils for plump lips, enter your walnut era
• this week’s read: Consider yourself kissed
• recent articles: the 10 best character-filled nightstands & bedside tables of 2025
• quote: on perspective
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• recipes to try: cucumber avocado salad
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WORK LIFE: IS IT POSSIBLE TO RECOVER FROM BURNOUT WHILE WORKING?
Burnout is a growing issue in today’s high-pressure “all hustle” work culture, with 9/10 employees feeling overwhelmed + exhausted. We get it, taking extended time off isn't always possible, but active recovery is still achievable through practical strategies like prioritizing urgent tasks, setting clear work boundaries, and seeking support from those you report to. Remember that these steps require intentional effort, but they help protect your wellbeing and create space to gradually recover—even while still on the job.

BEAUTY: BEST LIP OILS FOR PLUMP LIPS
Lip oils have officially earned their spot in every beauty routine — and no, they’re not just shiny glosses. These multitaskers blend skincare and makeup, giving your lips hydration, nourishment, and a glossy tint all in one swipe. Experts love them for their barrier-boosting ingredients like ceramides and squalane, while makeup artists use them solo, under lipstick, or as a high-shine topper. Whether you want soft color, serious shine, or plumped-up hydration, there’s a juicy lip oil out there for you.

WELLNESS: IT’S TIME TO ENTER YOUR WALNUT ERA
Walnuts are making a comeback as a wellness staple since more people are becoming aware of their power packed combo of protein, fiber, healthy fats, and plant-based omega-3s, which all support heart, brain, + gut health. Health-conscious consumers are now embracing California walnuts for their versatility, freshness, and ability to elevate everyday meals—from smoothies to savory dishes like walnut tacos. Maybe next time you’re grocery shopping, take this as a reminder that walnuts deserve a prime spot in your fridge and your wellness routine.

If you’re craving a summer read that’s equal parts heart and wit, Consider Yourself Kissed by Jessica Stanley might just be your new favorite. It’s a sharp, funny, and quietly moving story about love, motherhood, and what happens when the life you built starts to feel a little too small. Set over a decade—and through all the chaos that brings—this novel is like your best friend in book form: honest, warm, and unexpectedly wise.

ON PERSPECTIVE: “In the middle of every difficulty lies opportunity.” – Albert Einstein

Challenges often carry the seeds of growth or innovation — it just depends on how you look at them. For example, someone who gets laid off might use that moment to finally pursue a career they’re passionate about.

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